What's in it
Wheat noodles, soybean broth, cucumber.
More about Cold Soy Milk Noodles
Kongguksu restaurants are busiest in summer. The soy milk is ground from soaked soybeans, and it is usually topped with cucumber strips.
Good to know
Add salt — or sugar, as many do in Jeolla-do.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: usually yes.
- Vegan: possibly — check for egg, dairy and honey.
- Pork: usually pork-free.
- Allergens: Wheat / gluten, Soy.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What are cold soy milk noodles?
Noodles in a cold, creamy soy milk broth — a summer dish.
Are cold soy milk noodles spicy?
No — they are not spicy.
Are cold soy milk noodles vegetarian?
Usually yes.
Do cold soy milk noodles contain pork?
Usually pork-free.
Are cold soy milk noodles gluten-free?
No — they usually contain wheat (gluten). Recipes vary, so ask if you need to avoid it.
What are cold soy milk noodles called in Korean?
콩국수, pronounced “kongguksu”.